Carrie Barrieau
Carrie Barrieau is a dynamic leader, certified sports nutritionist, and accomplished powerlifter with a proven track record in people leadership, partner support, and executive team management. With a background in business management and human resources from the University of Phoenix, Carrie has developed a unique ability to blend operational excellence with personalized coaching. She currently serves as the Department Head of Partner Support, where she leads teams with a focus on performance, growth, and high-impact results. Her professional approach is defined by discipline, perseverance, and a commitment to achieving both organizational and individual goals.
In addition to her corporate accomplishments, Carrie has earned multiple state and national powerlifting records, demonstrating her dedication to health, fitness, and personal achievement. She is a certified sports nutritionist and trainer, with extensive experience guiding clients in strength training, women’s health, and performance optimization. Her passion for empowering others extends beyond fitness, as she co-founded programs like ACT4E, EnHIKEnment, and mentorship initiatives for women in recovery and youth athletes, combining her expertise in coaching with a focus on holistic well-being.
Carrie is deeply committed to service, mentorship, and community engagement. She has volunteered as a cross country and track coach, a church mentor for women in 12-step programs, and supports initiatives for veterans, unhoused families, and youth development. Her values of integrity, perseverance, and service guide both her professional and personal endeavors, inspiring those around her to strive for excellence and live authentically. Carrie’s career exemplifies the power of combining leadership, expertise, and compassion to create meaningful impact in the workplace and beyond.
• Certified Sports Nutritionist
• Certified Trainer
• High-Potential Women Leaders Program
• CA State and National Record Holder
• University of Phoenix – Business Management and Human Resources
• Multiple State Powerlifting Records
• Multiple National Powerlifting Records
• United States Powerlifting Association (USPA)
• Co-Founder, ACT4E – Active Community Thoughtfulness for Everyone
• Founder, EnHIKEnment – Mind-Body-Spirit Coaching Program
• Volunteer Cross Country & Track Coach, Joseph George Middle School
• Church Sponsor & Mentor for Women in 12-Step Programs
• Various community initiatives including drives for unhoused families, veteran housing, and youth support programs
What do you attribute your success to?
I truly believe that if you commit to something and put in the work and effort, you can accomplish it. I approach challenges with the mindset that I am unstoppable and capable of achieving any goal I set for myself. Perseverance, discipline, and a willingness to push through discomfort have been critical to both my professional and personal accomplishments.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would tell young women to embrace challenges, trust in their abilities, and recognize that setbacks are opportunities for growth. Success does not have a single definition—it is personal and should be guided by your values, passions, and aspirations. Lean into your unique strengths, put in the work, and remain confident in your capacity to achieve meaningful goals.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity, faith, perseverance, and service to others are central to both my professional and personal life. I value empowering people, building trust, and leading with kindness, while also prioritizing health, resilience, and giving back to the community.